Youth Drop-in Center Coordinator

About the role

The Youth Drop-in Center Coordinator will coordinate and implement all services provided at the SAFY Youth Drop-In Center in Lima BH division. The position involves coordinating programs, implementing activities, assisting with referrals, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement all Drop-In Center services (including program orientation, peer participant groups, education sessions, group activities, recreational programming, adult mentoring, community involvement, and aftercare planning).
• Aid in case-related activities for youth visiting the Drop-In Center.
• Assist in obtaining direct services for youth from their community of origin.
• Involvement in family and individual sessions to support positive change.
• Assist with distribution of PR packets and promoting the Drop-In Center.
• Meet with schools, social services agencies, and the business community for PR purposes.
• Engage in outreach to youth participating in Drop-In Center services.
• Participate in joint meetings, problem identification, and resolution.
• Establish and maintain a supportive and positive working relationship with youth, foster parents, referring agencies, and other SAFY stakeholders.
• Mandated reporting and monitoring of all documentation and activities.
• Model and coach staff.
• Prepare monthly schedules for staff at the Drop-In Center.
• Attend relevant seminars, training, conferences, and workshops to enhance professional skills.
• Participate in meetings and committees as required.
• Conduct new staff orientation training as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field of human services preferred.
• Three years of experience in a mental health field, with knowledge and familiarity of behavior management principles and facilitating behavior change.
• One year minimum supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Acceptable driving record and auto insurance.
• Flexible work hours and reliable phone system for communication.
• Current certification in First Aid, CPR, and de-escalation training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
• Quarterly and annual bonuses, CEU reimbursement, and access to earned wages through Zayzoom.
• Access to leadership development, clinical supervision, and financial advisor services.
• Employee Assistance Program, adoption assistance, and leave donation program.